As Friday prayer services begin at the Temple Mount, hundreds of young Muslims protest outside the Lions Gate of the Old City of Jerusalem, demanding to enter the holy site. High tensions have led to a number of clashes between Israel Border Police forces and rioters attempting to break through the

Palestinian media outlets reported that at least four people had been killed during clashes with Israeli security forces in Ras al-Amud.

A Seoul-based group has issued a report containing interviews with over 300 defectors, who told of firing squads executing people in schools and markets for theft, prostitution and other charges.

The former football star, infamous for his 1995 murder trial, is expected to be released in October following the Nevada boards decision.

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The Israel Police decided to keep the metal detectors ahead of todays prayers at the Temple Mount. Entrance for Muslims worshipers will be limited to men above the age of 50 and streets of the Old City will be blockaded.

US news outlets reported that Linkin Park lead singer Chester Bennington has committed suicide. Bennington suffered from a history of drug and alcohol addiction. The band was expected to start touring their new album next week.

The body of the missing Israeli traveler in Georgia was discovered. 18-year-old Yonatan Adler died after slipping into a river.